For no reason other than that we love the 100mm macro lens, here are some pictures we took today of dandelions in the front yard. On a day where hockey was deeply, terribly bittersweet, it’s nice to find beauty in the simple things, to be reminded that all is not misery and woe.

We’re sorry. Dandelions are the enemy. These photos are artistic, but creepy (given that they are of dandelions). Dandelions’ only saving grace is that the greens can make a decent salad. But red leaf lettuce is so much easier.